Custodian

Review: December 7, 2016

(JOB #16-97) CUSTODIAN POOL (1-2 positions), $13.38/$21.72/hr. Appointments are normally made at

the beginning of the salary range. Temporary, intermittent hourly position in the Department of Housing & Resi-

dence Life. This position is not eligible for state benefits, but may be eligible for medical benefits only under the

Affordable Care Act. Qualified candidates will be placed in a pool to be called in on an as-needed, day-to-day ba-

sis. The Custodian pool will expire December 31, 2017 (12 month pool).

DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Housing Facilities and the general direction of a

Lead Custodian, incumbent will perform custodial duties in the residence hall facilities; specifically, detail cleaning

and sanitation of restrooms, shower rooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms; detail cleaning of offices, lounges, stair-

wells, entryways, corridors, and during university break periods, student rooms. Responsible for removal of trash

and recycled materials from buildings; and interior and exterior window washing. Operation of carpet cleaning

equipment, such as extraction machines and Host carpet cleaning systems. Performance of other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE: One year exper ience in the custodial field.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: Must possess the level of competency to understand University

correspondence, Material Safety Data Sheets, cleaning and safety procedures, and instructions on product labels;

knowledge and understanding of the safe use of cleaning chemicals and proper labeling of supplies. Knowledge of

equipment maintenance. Ability to follow directions to use and care for janitorial supplies and equipment; ability to

observe safe working procedures and to organize cleaning areas and maintain work areas in the safest manner pos-

sible. Necessary hand and digit dexterity to operate equipment specific to the trade. Ability to climb and transport

ladders, move heavy furniture, bend and lift objects up to 50 pounds routinely. Ability to clean stairs and ceilings.

Routine floor maintenance including auto scrubbing, stripping and waxing. Applicants must have ability to main-

tain effective relationships with students, co-workers, parents and campus visitors. Experience working effectively

with a diverse population. A California driver’s license is required as well as the ability to drive automatic and

standard transmission vehicles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Previous residence hall custodial exper ience is desirable.

For reasons of safety and security, all persons hired by the Department of Housing & Residence Life must success-

fully pass a background check prior to the start of employment.

Application Procedure: Please note that our application process has changed! We now require application

materials to be submitted electronically. If assistance is needed, the Human Resources & Academic Personnel Ser-

vices office (located in Siemens Hall room 212) has a computer station available and our front office team would

be happy to assist you. Qualified applicants should submit electronically the following materials:

Letter of Interest;

HSU Employment Application;

Resume or Curriculum Vitae;

Contact information for at least three professional references

Submission of the application materials should be sent as an email attachment to: careers@humboldt.edu.

Please include your last name and the job # (16-97) in the subject line of the email.

Application Deadline: This position is open until filled. The fir st review of applications will be Wednesday,

December 7, 2016.

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Humboldt State University is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural

diversity of the state. Additional information about Humboldt State University can be found at www.humboldt.edu.

Humboldt State University is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color,

national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran

status, or any other legally protected status.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set

forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Incorrect or improperly completed applications will not be considered for vacancies.

Any reference in this announcement to required periods of experience or education is full-time activity. Part-time experience or education--or activities only part of which are qualify-

ing--will receive proportionate credit. In accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements, preference may be given to the campus applicants covered by these agree-

ments. However, positions are open to all interested applicants, both on and off campus.

Class Code: 2010

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) will be required prior to the appointment date. A background check (including a criminal records check, employment

verification, and education verification) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Certain positions may also require a credit

check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Adverse findings from a background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued

employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Publication Date: November 23, 2016

HSU is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, facul-

ty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals rela-

tive to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.